2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1995 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B2300 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
